This is a vintage lithograph depicting the Aurora Borealis as seen in Edinburgh on August 6, 1871. The sky is a deep teal, transitioning to a lighter green where the aurora is visible. The aurora itself is a broad, luminous arc stretching across the horizon. Below the aurora is a silhouetted cityscape, likely Edinburgh, with buildings and hills rendered in dark tones. A bright moon and a few stars are visible in the upper right corner of the image. The overall aesthetic is reminiscent of 19th-century scientific illustration, with a focus on capturing the natural phenomenon in a detailed and artistic manner. The text at the bottom reads 'The Aurora Borealis as seen at Edinburgh, August 6. 1871' and '(After Piazzi Smyth)'.